Chapter 26: Twenty-sixth Day of Acquaintance. Wu Yunxi didn't...

Wu Yunxi hadn't expected their journey to end so soon. Even though Quan Zhilong had said beforehand that he might not be able to accompany Wu Yunxi for much longer, he hadn't mentioned it during this joyful time, which made Wu Yunxi feel like they could still have some fun together. Then, to hear the news so soon, Quan Zhilong was returning home, was somewhat unexpected.

"Yeah, it's a shame, but work can't be postponed."

Not only was Wu Yunxi reluctant, but Quan Zhilong was too. However, the work was already confirmed, and he couldn't leave everyone waiting alone. So, no matter how reluctant he was, he still had to tell Wu Yunxi.

"So..."

"Yunxi, do you remember what we talked about before the trip? Do you mind leaving me alone tonight?"

Quan Zhilong interrupted Wu Yunxi just as she was about to say something. Instead, he invited her to go out together that night, even though he knew what else he could do if he didn't? But knowing everything and actively inviting someone were two different things.

"I remember. So, Oppa, I'll be waiting for you to come see me tonight."

Wu Yunxi naturally agreed to Quan Zhilong's request. It was a choice that followed her heart.

The two of them agreed on an itinerary for the evening, both more or less knowing what would happen. Yet, Wu Yunxi still felt anticipation for it. So did Quan Zhilong. Their expectations differed, but their purpose remained the same.

Before nightfall, Wu Yunxi had already returned to her hotel room early that afternoon. She showered thoroughly, even applying body lotion. She changed into the beautiful clothes she'd bought during her shopping trip that day. After much deliberation, she sprayed perfume, styled her hair, accessorized, and put on makeup. It was arguably the most complete look Wu Yunxi had put on in a while. Before Quan

Zhilong came to see her, Wu Yunxi sat on the edge of the bed, stroking her pounding heart. She took deep breaths again and again, trying to relax, but it didn't work. She was still nervous. She wasn't the one confessing, so why was she so nervous? Knock, knock,

knock.

Wu Yunxi muttered to herself, but the knock on the door instantly caught her attention. She hurried over, but didn't open it immediately. Instead, she took a deep breath and feigned composure before opening it. Standing

at the door was Quan Zhiyong, dressed to the nines, a formal suit accentuated with his own fashionable flair. If he went out dressed like that, he'd definitely be recognized.

Although Wu Yunxi had decided to leave everything to Quan Zhiyong, she still felt a little worried about him being recognized. But seeing his cheerful expression, Wu Yunxi didn't want to say anything to dampen her mood.

Perhaps sensing Wu Yunxi's concern, Quan Zhiyong strode with Wu Yunxi to the elevator and took her directly to the top floor.

The top floor of the hotel was the presidential suite, offering greater space and comfort. Quan Zhiyong had considered many options before finally deciding on the hotel itself. Of course, he'd already begun making arrangements back home, waiting to surprise Wu Yunxi once they both returned.

"Don't worry, it's just a shame I can't give you a better environment."

Quan Zhilong comforted Wu Yunxi while lamenting that the environment he had chosen wasn't exactly what he was most satisfied with. Even with money, communication was a huge problem here. Quan Zhilong didn't want his confession to be known online before he even confessed.

Although it was just a presidential suite, the interior was the result of Quan Zhilong's careful consideration and careful refinement. He had the hotel provide the items, and he personally selected and arranged the flowers. While not as professional as those arranged by professionals, the flowers he arranged were a different kind of beauty.

Quan Zhilong, however, didn't tell Wu Yunxi how hard he had to prepare for his confession. As long as today's confession was successful and made people happy, Quan Zhilong only considered all his actions a good thing. The difficulties or hardships involved were merely efforts for this sweet fruit.

Besides the decorations, Quan Ji-yong also brought out the gifts he'd bought for Wu Yunxi. Some of them he'd brought when he'd visited her, while others he'd chosen during his recent outings, but kept hidden from her.

Although she didn't know how Quan Ji-yong would prepare the confession venue, she knew what he was thinking, regardless of whether or not he'd confessed. The way Quan Ji-yong's eyes curved down as he spoke to her, and the slight upturn in his lips, revealed his joy, was undeniable. If that wasn't the truth, then what was?

Upon reaching the rooftop, Quan Ji-yong pulled a silk scarf from his pocket. It had been stashed in his suitcase to match his outfit. While contemplating his confession, Quan Ji-yong spotted it and took it out, wanting to maintain a sense of secrecy before Wu Yunxi entered the room.

Even if it was just a trick, Wu Yunxi complied. After Quan Ji-yong tied the scarf around her eyes, she completely surrendered herself to him, letting him lead her forward, completely unfazed by any unexpected incidents.

Wu Yunxi completely trusts Quan Zhilong, just as Quan Zhilong is willing to say things he normally wouldn't say to Wu Yunxi.

After opening the door, Quan Zhilong led Wu Yunxi inside, closed the door, and stood behind her. "Are you ready?"

He spoke very close to Wu Yunxi's ear, causing her to wince. She then felt that she was overreacting, but it was just that being spoken to in her ear was really ticklish and not something she was used to. Ever since school, Wu Yunxi had disliked being spoken to in her ear. Her friends initially misunderstood, but later realized that Wu Yunxi was simply ticklish.

Quan Zhilong noticed this action, and as someone who has a habit of touching his girlfriend's earlobes at any time, it seemed as if he had found a way to "control" Wu Yunxi. It wasn't the right situation right now, but Quan Zhilong said he had a good memory, so who knows what will happen in the future.

"Always ready, Oppa."

As Wu Yunxi finished speaking, Quan Zhilong undid the knot on his silk scarf and slowly took it off. Wu Yunxi still had her eyes closed, but when she slowly opened them, she saw that the once neatly decorated presidential suite was now filled with flowers. There were also photos of Wu Yunxi that Quan Zhilong had taken from her camera and on his phone, some of which were group photos. Besides these, there were also the words Quan Zhilong had written that night. They weren't coherent, but every word was filled with love.

Wu Yunxi ignored Quan Zhilong standing behind her and read the words as she walked. Although it was a bit of a downer, Wu Yunxi still wanted to sigh that Quan Zhilong was indeed a creative person. However, she could only sigh in her heart. If she actually said it out loud, Quan Zhilong would probably be angry.

Although she was thinking about this, Quan Zhilong saw that Wu Yunxi's eyes were touched and a little tearful. I had previously thought that such a confession seemed so childish, but when I saw Wu Yunxi, I felt that everything was worth it.

"Oppa..."

Wu Yunxi wanted to say something, but when she saw Quan Zhilong's focused eyes looking at her, when she met his gaze, Wu Yunxi felt that everything was self-evident. At this moment, the words seemed so simple, as if they could not express their feelings.

Emotions surged in her heart, these emotions were uncontrollable but appropriate, as if love should be like this, as if they were supposed to be like this.

"Let me speak first."

Quan Zhilong stopped Wu Yunxi from speaking and spoke first.

"Actually, I've been preparing for a long time, Yunxi. From the first time I met you at the airport, to meeting you abroad, working together, chatting together, traveling together, and eating together. Obviously, we haven't known each other for a long time, but we have many memories. Obviously, at the beginning, I really wanted to treat you as a good friend. Although we haven't known each other for a long time, I feel particularly close to you." "

Such feelings have deteriorated unknowingly. From being afraid of such changes at the beginning, to being determined to move towards you and wanting to be closer to you. I seem to be unable to resist such changes, and even rejoice in such changes. I thought, I failed. Willingly." "

Actually, I am very grateful that you gave me this opportunity, and I am glad that you feel the same as me. So, can you give me an accurate answer to the question I asked you before the trip? Are you willing to be my girlfriend, Yunxi, or even have a closer relationship with me?" When

Quan Zhilong was searching for ways to confess his love on the Internet, he saw this sentence: Qian Zhongshu once said: "Before meeting you, I never thought about getting married. After meeting you, I never thought about marrying anyone else."① Quan Zhilong asked the translator sister and found out the meaning of this sentence, which really suited his mood.

Before, when his parents urged him to fall in love and get married, he never had such thoughts, but after he was sure that he liked Wu Yunxi, he had actually thought about marrying her a long time ago.

Wu Yunxi didn't expect Quan Zhilong to analyze her

thoughts so bluntly, and also said directly that he wanted to be closer to her, even closer than his girlfriend. This statement made Wu Yunxi feel very secure, at least it meant that he was not the only one who had thought about it.

"Oppa, I have never thought about rejecting you. I will only agree to you, so from today on, Oppa will take care of me in the future."